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Scholarship Programs
Congratulations to the 2009 Corporate Scholarship Winners
- Brian Diefenbach, Western Michigan University, Gravure Publishing Council Scholarship
- John Jay Jacobs, Clemson, University, Leon C. Hart Memorial Scholarship
- Sharon Moore, Arizona State University, Werner B. Thiele Memorial Scholarship
- Changshi Wu, Rochester Institute of Technology, Toyo Ink Scholarship
- David Leininger, Clemson University, The Cerutti Group Scholarship
- David Smith, Clemson University, Omnova Solutions Scholarship
- Sharon Moore, Arizona State University, Alcoa Foundation Scholarship
- John Jay Jacobs, Clemson University, Harry V. Quadracci Memorial Scholarship
2010 Corporate/Memorial Scholarship Application
Scholarship Program
Applicant must be enrolled as a full-time student at any one of the GEF-funded colleges or universities listed on this Web site. This includes enrollment at either a GEF-designated Gravure Resource Center or Educational Partner Program.
Applicant must be a sophomore, junior, senior, or graduate student at the time the scholarship is awarded. A declared major in Printing, Graphic Arts, or Graphic Communications must be demonstrated.
Applicant must exhibit scholarly performance and demonstrate academic success in his or her studies. A GPA of 3.0 or greater (on a 4.0 scale) is required.
DEADLINE: All scholarship applications must be submitted by U.S. Mail or email, faxes will not be accepted. All applications must be received by May 31, 2010.
GEF Resouce Center Scholarships
Scholarships are awarded annually to students enrolled full-time at one of the designated GEF Learning Resource Centers: Arizona State University, California Polytechnic State University, Clemson University, Murray State University, Pittsburg State University, Rochester Institute of Technology, University of Central Missouri, University of Wisconsin-Stout, and Western Michigan University. Award selection is made by faculty at the designated colleges and universities.
Audience: Undergraduate or graduate students
Contact: The Department Chair of the chosen university
Corporate Leadership Scholarships
Five Corporate Leadership Scholarships will be awarded for the 2010-2011 academic year in the amount of $1,500 each. These scholarships are made available through the generous support of the following companies:
Audience: Undergraduate or graduate students
Contact: Bernadette Carlson, Executive Director, bcarlson@gaa.org
ALCOA FOUNDATION
Alcoa Foundation is a nonprofit U.S. corporate foundation with assets of approximately $542million. Its’ mission is to actively invest in the quality of life in Alcoa communities worldwide. Throughout its history, Alcoa Foundation has been a source of positive community change and enhancement, with over US$465 million invested since 1952. For more than a half a century, Alcoa Foundation’s focus has been helping communities, building partnerships, and changing lives. Its mission is to actively invest in the quality of life in Alcoa communities worldwide, combining funding with hands-on support from employee volunteers. Alcoa Foundation will provide a $1500 scholarship to a student who demonstrates leadership and academic accomplishments. Applicants must be enrolled on a full time basis at one of the GEF designated learning resource centers. A GPA of 3.0 or greater (on a 4.0 scale) is required, and must be a sophomore, junior or senior.
The Cerutti Group
The Cerutti Group is a leading manufacturer of printing and converting equipment for clients worldwide. Major business lines include: gravure publication printing presses and variable cut-off folders; gravure presses for the printing and converting of food packaging; gravure presses for the decorative industry, such as woodgrains, wallpaper, gift wrap, floor covering, etc.; gravure presses for the carton printing industry; Zerand platen diecutting equipment; Flexotecnica central impression printing presses for film, paper, and carton board; and converting machinery for use in-line or separate from our printing equipment.
The Gravure Publishing Council Scholarship
The Gravure Publishing Council (GPC) is an organization headed by end-users of gravure printing.Gravure Publishing Council Scholarship was established to promote and advance gravure as the preferred printing method for high-quality catalogs, inserts, supplements, and other direct marketing materials and to assist young people to enter the industry. One (1) scholarship in the amount of $1,500 will be awarded.
K. Walter Services Corporation
With two locations; Inman, SC and Huntersville, NC, K. Walter Service represents the newly founded Heliograph Holding in the United States. Expanded product offerings now include K. Walter Services, Hell Gravure Systems, Daetwyler Graphics, Schepers, and Bauer Logistics. K. Walter Services Corporation offers a complete in-house solution for businesses looking for custom part realization from a company known for reliability and exacting levels of craftsmanship. K. Walter also offers precision machining and fabrication. From custom design and fabrication of parts to complete gravure pre-press machines, service and chemistry K. Walter Service Corporation strives to exceed industry expectations for quality and service. One (1) scholarship in the amount of $1,500 will be awarded.
NewPage Corporation
Headquartered in Miamisburg, Ohio, NewPage Corporation is the largest coated paper manufacturer in North America, based on production capacity, with $4.4 billion in net sales for the year ended December 31, 2008. The company's product portfolio is the broadest in North America and includes coated freesheet, coated groundwood, supercalendered, newsprint and specialty papers. These papers are used for corporate collateral, commercial printing, magazines, catalogs, books, coupons, inserts, newspapers, packaging applications and direct mail advertising. Applicants must be enrolled on a full-time basis at one of the GEF designated learning resource centers. Applicant must maintain a minimum 3.0 GPA and must be a sophomore, junior or senior.
Audience: Undergraduate students - sophomore, junior or senior level
Contact: Bernadette Carlson, Executive Director, bcarlson@gaa.org
Memorial Scholorships
Two Memorial Scholarships will be awarded during the 2010-2011 Academic Year. These Scholarships honor the memory of former leaders and supporters of Gravure Education”
HARRY V. QUADRACCI Memorial Scholarship
During his lifetime, Harry filled many roles: printer, leader, innovator, visionary, entrepreneur, family man, friend and a true believer of education. Harry was known as an industry icon for his many innovative ideas and commitment to technological advancement. His dedication to the industry continued through his involvement and love of the industry. He served on the Board of Trustees for the Gravure Education Foundation and the Gravure Association of America. One scholarship in the amount of $1000 will be awarded to a student enrolled on a full-time basis at any of the Printing Management/Graphic Arts programs at one of the GEF designated learning Resource Centers. Applicant must maintain a GPA of 3.0 or greater and exhibit scholarly performance and demonstrate academic success. Student must demonstrate either extra-curricular involvement in school activities or community involvement and a financial need.
Audience: Undergraduate students - sophomore, junior or senior level
Contact: Bernadette Carlson, Executive Director, bcarlson@gaa.org
Werner B. Thiele Memorial Scholarship
In memory of Werner "Dutch" B. Thiele, founder of Thiele-Engdahl, Inc., this scholarship commemorates two of his life-long goals: to promote gravure as a print process for high quality packaging, and to encourage and assist young people as they enter the industry. One scholarship in the amount of $1,000 is awarded annually to students enrolled on a full-time basis at one of the GEF designated Learning Resource Centers: Arizona State University, California Polytechnic State University, Clemson University, Murray State University, Rochester Institute of Technology, University of Wisconsin-Stout, Western Michigan University, University of Central Missouri and Pittsburg State University. Applicant must be at least a sophomore in college at the time of the award with a minimum GPA of 3.0.
Audience: Undergraduate students - sophomore, junior or senior level
Contact: Bernadette Carlson, Executive Director, bcarlson@gaa.org
